In January, online job availability declined in as much as 19 of the index's 27 industry sectors.

However, it rose in 6 occupational categories monitored by the company.

The month witnessed an increase in demand for technically qualified professionals in customer service and healthcare.

In terms of cities, out of the 13 under review, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Pune, Kolkata, Chandigarh, Coimbatore and Jaipur saw a decline in online demand for jobs, while it increased in Ahmedabad, Kochi, Baroda.